Whether using air or liquid, CrossChill Copper’s broad array of internal fins maximize the cooling channel’s surface area to keep operating temperatures in check. With liquid cooling, MOSFET temperatures are lowered up to 23˚C and the G1/4-inch threaded fittings mean that Maximus VII Formula offers maximum compatibility for existing cooling setups — just fit the barbs, attach the pipes and it’s good to go. Best gaming audio

From the stylish black nickel EMI cover and ELNA® and WIMA® film capacitors to the high-fidelity Texas Instruments LM4562 amplifier that drives up to 600ohm-impedance headphones via the rear output, every part of SupremeFX Formula 2014 is engineered for audio clarity.

The Maximus VII Formula is also fitted with the latest Intel Gigabit Ethernet design that delivers better throughput with lower processing power for superior speed and increased efficiency over competing solutions. Intel based networking capabilities additionally benefit from ROG-exclusive GameFirst III technology for no-delay gameplay. This advanced network-optimization software assigns top priority to game-data packets, allocating them more bandwidth to ensure the best online gaming experience and clear, stutter-free online team-chat — all controlled with ROG’s usual intuitive flair.

ROG has even reinvented the RJ45 socket, with LANGuard. Featuring premium surface-mounted capacitors and special filtering components, the anti-ESD design helps to protect the board against lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges.

NexFET MOSFETs deliver up to 90% efficiency in normal operation; they’re also more durable and half the size of standard MOSFETs. 60A BlackWing chokes deliver power with minimal loss and at very low temperatures, while higher quality 10K black metallic capacitors last five-times (5X) longer and deliver 20%-greater endurance at extreme temperatures than generic capacitors — ensuring that Maximus VII Formula is able to withstand any form of hardcore gaming.

TrueVolt 5V technology delivers a rock-steady 5V supply to both the front and back USB sockets — with no drop-outs. All connected equipment benefits from a clean 5V supply, assuring greater compatibility and added protection for USB devices. Best gaming protection

The exclusive ROG Armor is a dual design that compromises a strong and stylish ABS-plastic cover and an SECC (steel, electro-galvanized, cold-rolled coil) back-plate. The ABS cover blocks heat from graphics cards to help lower system temperatures for better performance, while the SECC backplate supports the motherboard to prevent bending and also employs thermal pads to conduct heat away from crucial components. Similarly, Q-DIMM’s one-sided clips means handling memory modules is a cinch, and resettable fuses provide DRAM over-current protection that minimizes the chance of short-circuit damage to memory and connection ports.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

The Maximus VII Formula Watch Dog bundle is set to go on sale in North America next week at Newegg and TigerDirect with an MSRP of $369. The Maximus VII Formula Standard Edition, will go on sale shortly afterwards at leading resellers with an MSRP of $319.

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